Lotty Zucker Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Lotty Zucker Foundation is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $85,390 in 18 grants; the typical grant was $1,650 and the largest $45,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$85,390
- Number of grants18
- Typical grant$1,650
- Largest grant$45,000
- Assets$594,187
- New grantees72%
Giving in 2025 was down from $100,180 the year before.
72% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $45,000 | 2 | $540,310 |
| 2024 | $100,180 | 9 | $591,025 |
| 2025 | $85,390 | 18 | $594,187 |
How to apply
Lotty Zucker Foundation says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
What Lotty Zucker Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to New York. It also paid $2,000 in 1 grant to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 15 | $81,710 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $1,500 |
| Florida | 1 | $180 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| American Friends of Hebrew Univ | General | $45,000 |
| Oholei Torah | General | $8,000 |
| Anche Chesed | General | $6,800 |
| American Friends of Jordan River Village | General | $5,000 |
| International Survey of Jewish Monuments | General | $5,000 |
| Yivo Institute for Jewish Research | General | $5,000 |
| Bard Graduate Center | General | $2,000 |
| Australian National University | General | $2,000 |
| Ohr Somayach Int'l | General | $1,800 |
| Rta Inc | General | $1,500 |
| Belz Inst in Israel | General | $720 |
| B'nai Jeshurun Cong | General | $600 |
| Jewish Parent Academy | General | $500 |
| Lower East Side Tenement Museum | General | $500 |
| American Jewish Heritage | General | $360 |
| Green Faith | General | $250 |
| Bonei Olam | General | $180 |
| The Shriners Childrens Hospital | General | $180 |
Officers and trustees
- Bernard Zucker
- Margot Mindich
- Michael Margolis
Questions people ask
Does Lotty Zucker Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Lotty Zucker Foundation give?
$85,390 in tax year 2025, across 18 grants, with a typical grant of $1,650.
Who runs Lotty Zucker Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Bernard Zucker (Trustee), Margot Mindich (Trustee) and Michael Margolis (Treasurer).
What does Lotty Zucker Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, international and education.